Search Coordinator II, National Marrow Donor Program, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Description:

This position plans, administers and facilitates the entire search process for hematopoietic progenitor cells from a variety of donor sources (including cords) and ensures both patient and donor confidentiality. This person will also coordinate search related activities with assigned domestic and international network centers (including donor centers, transplant centers, collection centers, and cooperative registries), as well as analyze and provide guidance for issues concerning the search process, health history guidelines, and Continuous Process Improvement (CPI).

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing, medical technology (Clinical Laboratory Science), biology, biochemistry, public health or other healthcare related field. On evaluation, a Bachelors degree in another field may be substituted for a Bachelors degree in a healthcare related field in combination with two years experience in a relevant position in an NMDP department.

Five years of healthcare experience including knowledge and use of medical terminology; an understanding of HLA system strongly preferred. On evaluation, one year as a Search Coordinator I OR two years in a relevant position in an NMDP department may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Principles of case management and confidentiality, medical knowledge of stem cell transplantation, infectious disease testing and HLA typing.

Excellent oral and written communication; advanced interpersonal and complex problem solving and decision making; customer service; proficiency in using computer software such as Windows, word processing, internet and databases; foreign language desirable.

Position requires some flexibility in work hours; some travel, 2-3 trips per year of 2-4 nights each; and participation in after hours on-call rotation.

Contact:

Interested and qualified candidates should send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to:

hr@nmdp.org

or mail to:

National Marrow Donor Program
Attn: Human Resources
3001 Broadway Street NE, Suite 500
Minneapolis MN 55413

Web Link:

http://www.marrow.org/CAREERS/Career_Opportunities/job_display.pl?job_id=6172

Donor Center Coordinator, LifeNet Health, Virginia Beach, Virginia

Hours:

7pm to 7am

Rotating 12 hour shifts
Days: M - F and weekends and on call required

Duties:

·    Process routine referral calls from referring agencies, and communicate with on-call coordinators according to established protocols.

·    Collect clinical and medical / behavioral risk assessment information on potential import organs and communicate to evaluating physicians and or clinical coordinators for acceptance or rejection.

·    Coordinate the transportation of blood and tissue typing specimens, organs, and transplant teams to and from destinations, and communicate arrangements to appropriate personnel according to established protocols.

·    Accurately and effectively obtain and review potential tissue donor information such as: relevant medical records, clinical course, hemodilution assessment, medical history and behavioral risk assessment information, the authorization/consent form, and donor designation from the Virginia Organ and Tissue Donor Registry or other appropriate sources.

·    Arrange transportation of approved donor tissues from contracted procurement agencies and document arrangements according to established protocols.

·    Consistently make prompt, accurate decisions regarding acceptability and rejection of potential tissue donors and participate in routine quality reviews of decision-making.

Requirements:

·    Successful completion of a one year allied health care technical or professional program with current certification, or Emergency Medical Technician, or Hospital Corpsman, or related experience, or Licensed practical nurse or NREMT-P

·    Licensed practical nurse or NREMT-P preferred.

·    One year of work experience in the profession.

·    Basic knowledge of computers.

·    English language proficiency.

·    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

·    Excellent organizational and decision-making skills.

Contact:

Interested professionals must apply online: www.lifenethealth.org 

LifeNet Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Web Link:

https://www3.recruitingcenter.net/Clients/lifenet/PublicJobs/controller.cfm.

Donation Services Coordinator, Midwest Transplant Network, Westwood, Kansas

Location: Westwood, KS

Position Description:

The Donation Services Coordinator is a key member of the team responsible for providing donor screening/evaluation, procurement case coordination and dispatch response capabilities to support the referral of potential organ/tissue/eye donors. Position is also responsible for speaking with families in crisis about the opportunity to donate life saving and enhancing organs and tissues.

Position is located in a call center environment and is on the evening shift, 3 pm to 11pm Monday - Friday.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have a minimum 3 years professional experience in social work or medical field required, LPN licensure or paramedic certification strongly preferred. Strong organizational, problem analysis, communication and decision-making skills also required.

Contact:

Midwest Transplant Network

1900 West 47th Place #400

Westwood, KS 66205

Office 913-262-1668

Fax 913-262-5130

Web Links:

https://home.eease.com/recruit2/?id=21931&t=1.

www.mwtn.org  

Donor Management Coordinator, Life Alliance Organ Recovery Agency, Miami, Florida

Description:

We strive to deliver the best – in patient care, research, and education. Experience amazing opportunities and outstanding rewards with the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine.

The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine has an immediate opportunity for a Donor Management Coordinator with the Department of Surgery, which is located in our Medical Campus.

Life Alliance Organ Recovery Agency (LAORA), formerly known as University of Miami Organ Procurement Organization, is a non-profit community service organization certified and regulated by the federal government.  LAORA is dedicated to procuring and fairly distributing organs and tissues for transplantation, providing comfort and assistance to bereaved donor families, educating healthcare professionals and the community about organ donation, and improving transplant success rates by researching innovative organ recovery techniques and preservation technologies.

This position affords you a rewarding, life changing opportunity where every day you will touch the lives of individuals assisting them through the emotional and sensitive steps that family members experience throughout the decision process. 

As a Donor Management Coordinator you will be responsible for conducting physical assessment of the donor body to ensure that it meets the required medical criteria for organ donation.  Assures that organs for transplantation are appropriately preserved from the time of death and that consent is obtained in accordance with appropriate Donor Management protocols and state of Florida Statutes.  This individual will be available on an on-call basis in a rotation which consists of 12 hour shifts (night shift is 7:000pm to 7:00am); day shift is 7:00am to 7:00pm).  Travel is required within the following counties: Miami-Dade, Broward, Monroe, Collier, Palm Beach, St. Lucie and the Common Wealth of the Bahamas.

Qualifications:

Must have one to two years of Clinical experience in a critical care environment required. An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and/or Licensed Registered Nurse preferred. Any appropriate combination of education, certifications and/or relevant work experience will be considered.

Discover all this and countless opportunities that reward your talent. The University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine is proud to offer those who lead with us competitive salaries, medical and dental benefits, tuition remission, vacation, university paid holidays and much more. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Other:

Position Number 036939

Pay Band: $30,500 to $48,200

Contact:

Web Link: http://um.hodesiq.com/job_start.asp.

Family Support Coordinator – Southern Colorado, Donor Alliance, Inc., Denver, Colorado

Description:  

Front line staff member responding to potential organ donor referrals from hospitals. Referral information is accessed via rapid phone response, and is often followed with on-site response to the hospital for clinical and social evaluation of referral scenarios.  Interfaces with hospital staff to assess and influence case progression and provides support and education to the potential donor’s legal next-of-kin regarding donation options.  Conducts discussion of authorization by donor designation or requests authorization for donation from legal next-of-kin.   This position assists with Hospital Development strategies and activities to improve the donation process. Works closely with the Regional Donation Consultant to optimize responses and education for Southern Colorado hospitals.   

On-call shifts as assigned (minimum assignment 15 days/month; usually 24 hour shifts).   

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in appropriate area or equivalent combination of appropriate education and work experience required.  Background in social work preferred.  Background in family/bereavement counseling, psychology, or chaplaincy in a healthcare setting strongly preferred.  Ability to interface effectively and diplomatically with all levels of personnel in various healthcare settings (interoffice personnel, donor hospitals, transplant centers, donor families, and the public) required.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills with public speaking experience desired.   Ability to communicate in Spanish (read, write, speak) preferred.   Ability to meet the requirements of a variable and demanding call schedule required.  Demonstrated accuracy, organizational skills, integrity, professionalism, attention to detail, and follow-through.  Valid driver’s license required.

Contact:

Recent employee surveys indicate that Donor Alliance is a 100% mission driven organization. Employees of Donor Alliance continually say that their jobs are rewarding each day — whether they are talking with families about organ and tissue donation, recovering organs and tissues for transplant, or conducting public awareness campaigns. Everyone agrees that we are fortunate to do privileged work. Employees of Donor Alliance are committed to saving lives and are fueled by a generous willingness to do good and give back to the community.

We offer a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package. If you are seeking a challenging career opportunity in a growing organization, please send your resume to:

Donor Alliance, Inc., Attn: Human Resources
Fax to: (303) 316-9886, Email: resumes@donoralliance.org

If you are interested in a current job posting, please submit your resume.

Web Link:

http://www.donoralliance.org/info-page-37.

Donor Information Coordinator (DIC), OneLegacy, Los Angeles, California

Description:

 
OneLegacy, the non-profit organ and tissue recovery organization serving the seven-county greater Los Angeles area, has immediate career opportunities for Donor Information Coordinators (Full-time) in our LA Wilshire office.

Position Description:

The Donor Information Coordinator is responsible for the completion of donor case files by performing the initial review, obtaining corrections and required documentation, confirming that the donor case file is correct and accurate; and ensuring the accuracy of the donor database while meeting pre-determined chart completion goals and performing on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Highly qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree (BS) from an accredited four-year college or university, completion of Surgical Technologist or EMT program, and/or training in an affiliated health or mortuary sciences field with a minimum of two years recovery experience in the Tissue Banking industry. CEBT and CTBS certification is required. A current state driver’s license, auto insurance based on state minimal insurance coverage standards and reliable automotive transportation is required. Candidates must also be able to successfully pass the OneLegacy background screening process. OneLegacy offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Contact:

Only Qualified Candidates should apply.  For immediate consideration, please click the "Apply Now" link below, or fax your cover letter, resume, and salary history to:

OneLegacy Human Resources Department
Attention: HR Recruitment Specialist
Fax: (213) 633-1643
Apply Online